If you’ve spent much time reviewing profiles on LinkedIn, you've probably noticed just how many people use snapshots or selfies as their profile photo. These types of photos are great and can be lots of fun. But, they belong on social websites like Facebook and Instagram. When you use selfies on LinkedIn you’re not sending the best possible message to potential employers.

Yesterday I found out that one of my photographs was misused, or stolen if you ask me, by a major international publishing company. Sadly this type of thing is so common that it’s almost not even worth writing about. However, it’s what happened during my quest to call-out the company that really captured my attention.

You are proud of what you and your team have accomplished, your client is thrilled with the results, and of course you want to show the world just how great your latest project turned out. Your first thought is to grab your mobile phone and take a photo so you can quickly post it to your website and social media accounts. But before you do, put the phone down and hear me out.